Cruise Destinations Around the World

One of the most important elements of a cruise is the itinerary and the destinations or ports of call. With over 75 percent of the earth covered with water, it is not surprising that you can cruise all seven of the continents of the world. This page has links to information and pictures of cruise destinations and ports of call around the world -- Africa, Alaska, Antarctica, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Caribbean, Eastern Canada, Europe, Hawaii, Panama Canal, South America, and the South Pacific.

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Africa Cruises and Ports of Call

••• Great Pyramids of Egypt in Northern Africa. Linda Garrison

Africa is one of the most exotic cruise destinations in the world. The huge continent features many fascinating ports of call such as Cape Town, Cairo, and Tangier. A once in a lifetime cruise opportunity (for those who love ancient history) is sailing on the Nile River.

Alaska Cruises and Ports of Call

Alaska is filled with spectacular natural wonders and wildlife, many of which can be seen from the sea. Cruises to Alaska include the Inside Passage and the Gulf of Alaska and ports of call such as Juneau, Seward, and Ketchikan.

Southeast Asia Cruises and Ports of Call

China, Japan, Korea, and the countries of Southeast Asia are exotic destinations and sometimes difficult to navigate on your own. However, many travelers have discovered how easy visiting this part of the world on a cruise ship can be.

Caribbean Cruises

The Caribbean is the world's most popular cruise destination, with ships visiting the many islands and ports on eastern Mexico year-round. Most visit the Caribbean for its amazing beaches, but the region features outstanding cultural and historical sites, too.

Southern European Ports on the Atlantic Ocean

Information on cruises and ports of call in countries located in the Atlantic Ocean in southern and western Europe, including the Canary Islands, Madeira, Portugal, western and northern France, southwest Spain, and Gibraltar.

Northern European Ports on the Atlantic Ocean

Many people think all northern European cruises go to the Baltic states. However, cruise ships also visit the Norwegian fjords, Iceland, the British isles, northern France, the Netherlands, and Belgium.

Western Mediterranean Cruises

••• Florence, Italy. Linda Garrison

Western Mediterranean cruises include such ports of call as Rome, Florence, Sicily, Naples, Sardinia, Corsica, Malta, Mallorca, Barcelona, Marseilles, Monte Carlo, the French Riviera, the Italian Riviera, and the Cinque Terre.

Canada and USA Cruises

••• Cruising the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest. Linda Garrison

Sometimes people forget that the continental USA offers river cruising in the Midwest and in the Pacific Northwest. In addition, ocean ships sail to New England, Atlantic Canada, and down the St.Lawrence River.

South America Cruises

••• Eva Peron spoke to the Argentine people from the balcony of the Pink House of Buenos Aires. Buenos Aires Photo (c) Linda Garrison

South America is a delightful cruise destination for those looking to get away during the winter months. Cruise ships feature ports in almost all of the countries that border the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, and the ports of call are terrific.